Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Adecco; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance available

Dental insurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

Adecco is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist for an on-site contract role in Devens, MA. The position focuses on safety inspections, compliance, and program improvements within a manufacturing environment.

You will lead trainings, support regulatory duties, and collaborate across teams to drive safety and sustainability initiatives. This is a full-time contract position with weekly pay and competitive hourly wages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field required.
• 2–5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial settings preferred.
• ASP or CSP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Identify unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Track EHS metrics such as TRIR and near misses.
• Support JSA, risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations.
• Maintain EHS documentation and regulatory records.
• Lead safety meetings and deliver trainings.

Skills

EHS experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

OSHA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field

Tools

EHS software

Job description

Adecco is hiring for an EHS Specialist on site in Devens! This is a contract opportunity.

Location: Devens, MA Pay: $40.00–$50.00 per hour (Based on Experience) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday Job Type: Contract (Temporary)

Join a Leading Manufacturing Team!

Are you passionate about workplace safety and environmental compliance? We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support a dynamic manufacturing facility in Devens, MA. This is an excellent contract opportunity to play a key role in fostering a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.

If you enjoy identifying opportunities for improvement, leading safety initiatives, and making a meaningful impact on employees and operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Track and report key EHS performance metrics, including:
  • Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR)
  • Lost Time Accidents
  • Near Misses
  • Safety Observations
• Support Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), risk assessments, and ergonomic evaluations.
• Maintain all required EHS documentation, permits, licenses, and regulatory records.
• Assist with investigations involving workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and environmental events.
• Participate in root cause analyses and help implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Support environmental sustainability initiatives and waste reduction programs.
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors while maintaining training records.
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety awareness campaigns.
• Assist during regulatory inspections and internal/external audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or a related field required.
• 2–5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, industrial, production, or warehouse environment.
• ASP or CSP certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $40.00–$50.00/hour, based on experience.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on workplace safety and environmental performance.
• Collaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Gain valuable experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Weekly pay.
• Health and dental insurance available through the staffing agency.

We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where every employee has the opportunity to succeed. If you're an experienced EHS professional looking for your next contract opportunity.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.